Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 22, 2025

Introduction

Proof of Work Alliance ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the "Site"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

  • Contact information (name, email address) when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us

  • Any information you provide when you submit forms or communicate with us

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and general location information

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent on pages

  • Referring website

  • Device information (type, operating system)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our Site

  • Send you newsletters or updates (with your consent)

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

  • Improve our Site and user experience

  • Analyze Site usage and traffic patterns

  • Comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, such as:

  • Website hosting services

  • Email service providers

  • Analytics services (such as Google Analytics)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal process

  • Protect our rights or property

  • Prevent fraud or illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Third-Party Services

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site usage. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends. You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: Request information about the personal data we hold about you

  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information

  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from our communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us on the form on the site.

This privacy policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies only to information collected through our website.